FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Auckland Small Business Loans
Auckland unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
What is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
You can apply for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive a same day response and funds may be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans are based on an interest rate per annum along with other charges and fees. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront which means you know in advance the total amount payable including any fees, interest or charges. This is then broken down into either weekly or daily repayment figure.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company use, including the management of cash flow, business renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Auckland Business Loans
What is the Larger Auckland Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. The repayments are made weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your situation.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
The Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the loan amount.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit of this size the company needs to be operating for at least three years, and have an annual income of at least $700K. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be used for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost every company need, including business improvements, purchasing inventory or new equipment as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed to obtain funding above $150,000. This is by way of charge over assets, which could also include the registration of this in the PPSR or making a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a commitment to repay a loan which is generally in nature rather than stating the security of a specific asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is a central, national online register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It lists security interests that are granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR permits prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted depending on the date that a security interest that is registered.
Caveats are legal document filed to offer notice of a legal claim on a property.
What is a pre-approval without Credit Check?
If you’re requesting the Larger Business Loan of more than $250,000, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial assessment that includes answering a couple of financial health questions. It is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer you receive could be on different conditions.
Application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You can apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and an experienced company expert in lending will call you to assist you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least 6 months’ worth of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K – $500K: Information on the application including credit consent and 12 month bank accounts, the IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How soon will I hear an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you apply within quality company time and permit us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to submit copies of your bank statements , we will be able to offer a decision within an business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we might be able to provide the conditional pre-approval in around six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some offers have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply is to make sure you apply during normal company hours. You can also allow us to use the modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
How quickly will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we can often provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request within standard business timings and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as an business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be capable of provide you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval. However, this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved in less than 24 hours.
The quickest method can be make sure you apply during standard business hours and allow us to use our modern bank verification to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload duplicates of your banking statements it can take a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loans that range from $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a certain amount we take into consideration a range of variables for determining your well-being of your company and the extent of repayments your business will be able to support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a certain amount, we consider a variety of variables to determine your health for your business and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The amount you receive from your loan will depend on the particulars that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for a business loan?
When you make an application for business loans with us business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and provide you with a customised offer, including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What determines the amount I’m charged?
Business loan interest rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the company is in operation as well as how long the company has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the overall well-being or financial standing of the company.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges with our business loans. You’ll know precisely what you be required to pay and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to apply for a loan with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated in establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you decide to take the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please call our helpful business loan professionals. The experts will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. The figure will be calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and accrued interest to the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal remaining plus any outstanding fees.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing due dates and also to be in line your cash flow cycle we offer repayments either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and ensure the security of your information is of paramount importance and a vital aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption techniques to protect your sensitive, personal financial and other data. Our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and privacy. We employ an exceptionally sophisticated banking verification system to instantly verify your bank account details online. This allows us to offer an immediate response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset that they own to secure the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a business property like a truck or other piece of machinery.
The majority of lending institutions, even the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be taken over by the lender. In essence it is a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Should I require security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150K the requirement for asset security is not required before you are able to access the money, however we require a personal guarantee. need an individual guarantee. If you adhere to the terms of your loan (as detailed in the loan contract), asset security will never be needed. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, there is a personal guarantee and security in the form of an asset charge.